South America
Brazilian soybeans maintained a delivered-cost advantage over U.S. supplies during the second quarter.
Purdue research finds U.S. and Argentine cattle producers have different outlooks. Specialty Risk Insurance explains how LRP and PRF coverage can help cattle producers manage market and rainfall risks.
U.S. soybean transportation costs to China climbed 12% from a year earlier.
Paraguay could gain additional U.S. market access through a temporary tariff-free quota.
USDA says Venezuela imported $2.5 billion in agricultural products in 2025.
China’s soybean imports remain near last year’s pace as Brazil’s seasonal shipments slow.
India’s growing edible-oil demand is creating opportunities for competing suppliers.
Strong U.S. demand for Argentine lean beef is giving exporters an attractive alternative to China, according to USDA Foreign Agricultural Service staff in Buenos Aires.
Lower feed costs are encouraging producers to keep cattle longer and add more weight.